Monday Monday Can't Trust That Day

Granddaughter Kate, Two Years

I had a great time at my Granddaughter's second Birthday Party yesterday.  Grandchildren are such a joy.
After a dreary Sunday, Monday is a beautiful sunny day.   At least Saturday was pretty nice even if it was hot and windy.  I'll take that over cold and rainy any time.
Here is an article on how to compose your shots.  These are the general guidelines but do not afraid to experiment.  Some of the most interesting shots were the ones that did not follow the rules.  I think the rule os thirds is one of the important ones to keep in mind when you are starting out on your Photography Journey.
http://www.picturecorrect.com/tips/how-to-compose-a-photo/
If you are a cat lover, you love this article.  It gives you tips and ideas so you can get that perfect shot of your pet.  Most of these will work for your other pets as well.  I am not sure if I could have gotten our cat to wear sun glasses. 
http://www.picturecorrect.com/tips/cat-photography/
This article is a introduction to Street Photography.  Street Photographer's try to tell a story and/or create an emotional response.  I have done a little of this type Photography on different trips I have taken over the years.  I sometimes feel like I am invading people's privacy when I am shooting. 
 http://www.picturecorrect.com/tips/street-photography-tips-techniques/
Here is the Good Deal For Today.  The retouching program, Portrait Professional,  is half off.  It is normally $89.99 and it is on sale for $39.99.  You must use the code XT1771 to get this price.  I have used this program and it makes touching up portraits a breeze and is very simple to use.  It works well if you are trying to fix old photos of people as well.   If you are not sure if you would use this click on the buttons on the top  right on the screen, they have a demo video and a free trial version you can try out.
 http://www.portraitprofessional.com/
Here is a slide show of some of the winning shots from the Great Lakes Photo Contest.  There are some beautiful images.  I hope you enjoy them.
http://dnr.wi.gov/news/WeeklyNews_Print.asp?id=2159
The Thought For The Day is from the Happiness Project website:
"One of the secrets of a happy life is continuous small treats."  by Iris Murdoch
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Becky McGuire
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